Does any portion of the spine have a good sharp 90% angle to use with a ferro rod,with great results??
23260
Yes. Overall the sp8 is an excellent value. I purchased it as a gift and liked it so much I got one for myself.
23261
No they are slightly rounded and the blade has a epoxy coating which doesn't work for fero rods
23262
It is fully capable of throwing a spark from the spine. I've owned this knife for 2 years. An exquisite tool! Just buy it...now!
23263
With great results? No. Can it be done, yes. If you hold the knife stable and then run the rod on part of the spine that isn't serrated, you can get sparks. I would advise grinding the spine without serrations to a good 90 degree bend. By the handle the spine isn't serrated.
2040580
My physical therapist requested I buy this to help retrain my spine to have a natural curve. Mine was straight and this causes pressure on my discs. For me it helps the overall spine.... upper and lower.
901633
This rod is designed to be straight only, it does not have flexible connectors. The overall quality is very good!
108414
Ohhhh yes! It makes all the difference in the world. But be careful. Get someone to run their first and second fingers lightly down your spine as you slightly bend forward. They should be able to feel where the spine is out of line with the other vertebrae (you will know too). DON'T PUT IT ON THE VERTEBRA...but off to the side. Be very gentle and only use it once in the same place. Finish the examination with fingers. I truly believe the more conservative you can be with it the better it works. It is a medical tool and can cause much harm if abused or overdone. It may not work for some people because they may injure tissue and/or knock other vertebrae out by being careless. I also use a brace to support the area. Keeping it in place is much better than using the tool. It has been a lifesaver to me. After suffering for years, I have used it about 6 months. It stays in place much longer than I ever dreamed. A good chiropractor is the key to doing it right, but my back was going out almost at the blink of an eye and I wasn't able to get to one. Good exercise will also make help strengthening the muscles keep it in place. Check Youtube if nothing else. I use it as quickly as I can after it goes out. Since your muscles are trying to keep it from moving, it won't be immediate. If you lie down a time with cold followed by heat in the area it will work as quickly as a pill. I hope this helps.
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I use a good razor knife and metal ruler to cut just off the spine. Also found if I slow down the speed it processes slower but shurer for many pages.
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No, the spine of the knife is not a true 90° angle. There is another version of this knife called bushcraft black that will throw sparks but it cost a bit more.
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That could work with some drilling and fitting, but I have a simpler solution. I removed the screwdriver from the handle and in its socket put a 1/4 firesteel. I wrapped the ferro rod in a layer of PVC tape to get a friction fit and then tapped the rod in with a small piece of 1x1 wooden board. This works very well and leaves room for a bit of tinder such as a roll of,jute twine or some cotton balls.
499167
I used a razor blade, it will not harm the rod since the exposure of the metal is how the rod does it's job.
41764
the box really does not mention these parts...I have used it on oppsite sides of the neck with good results on the neck...go on either side of the spine (just like the low back) just below the inside of the top of the shoulderblade- if you go higher you will make the arms jump...put it on the back setting...my dad is 80 years old with no illness and reqested I try...I have also done it on my husband...both said it helped alotI am not a doctor- only a therapist- this is not a perscription just a recommendation
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This set comes with a sharpener. You hold the handle and pull the blade across the rod at an angle as you pull it down the full length of the blade. The blade should be tilted at an angle not straight up and down. You do each side equally (one side 20 times and the other side 20 times) thus making the blade sharper. You can look this up on you tube if you need a visual. Be careful after you are done. The blade will be sharp.
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The short answer is yes. A straight razor, scalples, etc. need a very low sharpening angle. The lowest angle guide that comes with the Work Sharp is 20 degrees, but you you can easily hold you blade a lower angle to get the 17 dgrees (or whatever) angle you want for your razor.
689219
I am not entire sure but the spine comes in 4-5 sections and spring pole is aprrox 2-3'. you can probably get away with using just 2-3 section of the spine.
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Kevin, so far I have had no problems, just good results. I have scoliosis pretty bad, and between physical therapy and using this lumbar support, I feel that it has helped me a great deal. After so many years of poor posture, this reminds me to sit straight. I hope this does well for you.
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Theorectically you could use the stick on your neck and back. You would position the valley on either side to stradle the vertebre. I've never tried it but now that you mention it, I will give it a go tonight. My first thought was it would be darn uncomfortable but I won't know until I try. Great question.
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I have broad shoulders so for me it goes from about an inch out from each side of my spine out to just the inside if my shoulder blades. It does work wonders on the tough knots that get under the inner edge of my shoulder blades. It is not wide enough at least for me to get what I would call the back side of my shoulders out towards the joint if that is what you are asking.
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Yes I took a file and made a 90 degree edge on the back and it works good I suggest a grinding wheel and only do a small area you don't want to change the temper. I have been impressed with there products especially for the price, I own about a dozen different knives and axes by condor and they have really performed well for me but the spines on their knives tend to be round and not squared for firesteel but its an easy fix. The sheaths are thick leather and the steel good for me.
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Hi, I'm looking for one like this. I need to put one like this for my back pain. Is it good enough to cover the spine area?